PLEURAL CAVITY
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Pleural Cavity.
Pleural Cavity - as a noun
The cavity in the thorax that contains the lungs and heart
Example Sentences
"The pleural cavity is a space located between the two pleural membranes."
"The pleural cavity contains a small amount of fluid that allows the lungs to move smoothly during breathing."
"The pleural cavity is lined with a thin layer of cells called the mesothelium."
"Inflammation of the pleural cavity can lead to a condition known as pleurisy."
"During a thoracentesis, a needle is inserted into the pleural cavity to drain excess fluid."
